CPSC recall 17-173, announced June 7, 2017, covers Madison Mill Foldaway expandable safety gates (about 25,180 units). A young child's neck can fit into the "V" shaped opening along the top edge of the gate, posing entrapment and strangulation hazards to young children. The notice reports no incidents. Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled gates and contact Madison Mill for instructions on receiving a full refund. Recall contact: call 877-220-4705, go to www.madison, or email tom.mckelvey@madisonmill.com.
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Which products are included?
This recall involves Madison Mill 23 and 25 foldaway expandable safety gates. Item number 23 extends to three feet and item number 25 extends to five feet. The expandable gates are made of hardwood and are used to secure children or small pets in certain areas of the home. The model and item number can be found on the original packaging. Model Item number Dimensions Madison Mill 23 Foldaway Gate 23 Extends to 3 ft. (36 inches) Madison Mill 25 Foldaway Gate 25 Extends to 5 ft. (60 inches)
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
A young child's neck can fit into the "V" shaped opening along the top edge of the gate, posing entrapment and strangulation hazards to young children. Also, young children can pass under the gate allowing access to restricted areas, such as stairs.
Incidents and injuries
None reported
Official remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled gates and contact Madison Mill for instructions on receiving a full refund.
Product and sales details
- Brand
- Madison Mill
- Manufacturer
- Madison Mill Inc., of Ashland City, Tenn.
- Recall number
- 17-173
- Units
- About 25,180 (In addition about 68,400 were sold in Canada)
- Manufactured in
- United States
- Sold at / sales period
- Do It Best stores and other independent hardware stores nationwide from January 2013 through May 2017 for between $20 and $35.
Recall contact information
Madison Mill at 877-220-4705 from 7:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, email at tom.mckelvey@madisonmill.com or online at www.madison mill.com and click on "Product Recalls" for more information.
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